Inquisitor Makhno Unpublished 1990 fighting Nurgle Chaos Marines Oldhammer
Artist: Tony Houghart Source: Tony Houghart
The Battle Against Corruption: Inquisitor Makhno vs. Nurgle’s Hoard
This is a great piece of Oldhammer art unpublished and released in 2024
The Battle Against Corruption
This striking Oldhammer-era artwork captures Inquisitor Makhno standing tall amidst a chaotic battlefield, battling against Nurgle Chaos Marines and their twisted forces. The scene is set under the ominous light of a moonlit alien world, its surface teeming with grotesque forms of Chaos corruption. Makhno’s imposing power armor is intricately detailed, its bold lines and classic Oldhammer style evoking an era of grim yet heroic figures. Around him, the twisted forms of Nurgle Chaos Marines and plague-ridden monstrosities threaten to engulf the battlefield, their corrupted presence contrasting starkly with Makhno’s stalwart determination.
Inquisitor Makhno’s Heroic Presence
Inquisitor Makhno dominates the scene with his towering, defiant pose, exuding an aura of unshakable resolve. Clad in a bulky and detailed power suit, he wields a pistol in one hand and a chainsword in the other, both weapons iconic of the Imperium’s martial legacy. His face, stern and unyielding, is a portrait of a veteran hardened by countless battles against the Imperium’s enemies. The details of his armor bear the unmistakable marks of his Inquisitorial authority, including the aquila on his chest and various insignias signifying his rank and role. His very stance and composition in the artwork suggest a man who has made it his life’s work to purge corruption, no matter the cost.
The Chaos Horde and Oldhammer Style
Surrounding Makhno, the Nurgle Chaos Marines and their plague-ridden beasts are depicted in the grotesque, exaggerated style typical of Oldhammer. The Chaos Marines’ armor is warped and decayed, covered in pustules and rot, reflecting the unholy blessings of Nurgle. In the background, alien structures and strange organic growths complete the grim, otherworldly setting, while a sleek Imperial starship hovers in the sky, emphasizing the vast scope of the conflict. The artwork’s heavy use of contrast and dynamic composition draws attention to both the heroism of Makhno and the creeping horror of Chaos, embodying the grimdark aesthetic of Warhammer 40,000 in its early, experimental days.